Vegepet is a line of
dietary supplement products for dogs and cats being fed a
vegan
Veganism is the practice of abstaining from the use of animal product—particularly in diet—and an associated philosophy that rejects the commodity status of animals. An individual who follows the diet or philosophy is known as a vegan. ...
diet, sold by Compassion Circle.
Nutritional study
In 2004, a study published in the ''Journal of the
American Veterinary Medical Association'' evaluated two commercial vegetarian pet foods for nutritional adequacy, which included Vegecat KibbleMix supplement. The study concluded that both Vegecat KibbleMix and the other vegetarian pet food had multiple nutritional inadequacies, particularly taurine, when compared against the
AAFCO
The Association of American Feed Control Officials (AAFCO) is a non-profit organization which sets standards for the quality and safety of animal feed (fodder) and pet food in the United States. AAFCO is a voluntary organization consisting largely ...
minimal nutrient profile for cat diets. Vitamin A level leaned high but was still within the AAFCO maximum safe
intake. In an apologetic reply, the manufacturer of Vegecat attributed the test results to a manufacturing error during the mixing process and an inaccurate nutrient profile of a food yeast, and asserted they were taking steps to correct the problems.
See also
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Vegetarian and vegan dog diet
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Dog food § Vegetarian and vegan dog diet
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Cat food § Vegetarian and vegan diet
References
External links
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Cat food brands
Dog food brands
Vegan pet food brands
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